In this article we will discuss about the Different Types of Foodstuffs Suitable for Feeding Rabbits Food and Nutrients: Rabbits relish all types of grains (sorghum, bajra and other grains) and legumes. Green fodders, kitchen wastes such as carrots and cabbage leaves and other vegetable wastes are also relished by rabbits. Different types of rabbit feed with components and nutrient [...]
In this article we will discuss about the breeding management of rabbit. Breeding Practices: For producing small sized breeds, females or does are selected at the age of 5.5 months and for medium sized breed, 6 months old females are selected. For all cases, male or buck should be at least 6 months old. Mating: The doe is always introduced [...]
Rabbits can be reared in two systems:- 1. Deep Litter System 2. Cage System. 1. Deep Litter System: In this system, small number (not more than 30) of rabbits are reared in an enclosure within the farm house (Fig. 12.8). To prevent rabbits to dig burrows, the floor is made up of concrete. Litter materials such as paddy husk, paddy [...]